Jury Awards $812 for Medical Care and Property Damage in Rear-End Collision

One driver was involved in a rear-end collision. The case focused on determining damages. The jury awarded money for past medical care and property damage, but awarded zero for past and future physical pain, mental anguish, and physical impairment.

Case Information Updated: October 2025

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Neck Injury (Whiplash)

Rear-end

Neck and back

About Neck Injury (Whiplash) Injuries

Whiplash is a neck injury caused by rapid back-and-forth movement of the head, commonly occurring in rear-end collisions. Despite being frequently dismissed, whiplash can cause significant pain and disability.

Case Outcome

Outcome: Verdict-Plaintiff
Amount: $274
County: Dallas County, TX
Resolved: 2018

Injury & Accident Details

Injury Type: Neck Injury (Whiplash)
Accident Type: Rear-end
Case Type: Neck and back, general bodily injuries

Settlement Context

This verdict-plaintiff of $274 is below the median of $11,079 for neck injury (whiplash) cases resolved by verdict-plaintiff. The typical range is $4,175 to $31,428, based on 656 cases in our database.

Case Overview

A rear-end collision prompted a lawsuit filed by the plaintiff, who alleged sustaining neck, back, and general bodily injuries. The plaintiff sought compensation for medical expenses, pain and suffering, physical impairment, and property damage resulting from the incident. The parties attempted to resolve the dispute through mediation prior to trial.

The case proceeded to trial solely on the issue of damages, indicating liability for the collision was established or uncontested. A jury returned a 10-2 verdict for the plaintiff, awarding $274 for past medical care and $538 for property damage. However, the jury awarded zero damages for past and future physical pain, past mental anguish, and past and future physical impairment, indicating they did not find sufficient evidence to support significant personal injury claims.

Understanding This Case

Most whiplash injuries improve within 2-3 months. However, about 25% of patients experience chronic symptoms lasting over a year, significantly impacting quality of life.
This case went to trial and resulted in a jury verdict. Verdicts can yield higher awards but carry the risk of receiving nothing if the jury rules against the plaintiff.
This case was resolved in Dallas County, Texas. Local jury tendencies, judge assignments, and regional economic conditions all influence case outcomes in this jurisdiction.
Resolved in 2018, this case reflects the legal and economic conditions of that period, including medical costs, insurance practices, and jury award trends at the time.

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